Lead Network Engineer
Location: US, CA, Redlands
Department: Technology
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Computer Networking
Function: Information Technology

Company profile:
Our passion for improving quality of life through geography is at the heart of everything we do.  Esri’s geographic information system (GIS) technology inspires and enables governments, universities and businesses worldwide to save money, lives and our environment through a deeper understanding of the changing world around them.Carefully managed growth and zero debt give Esri stability that is uncommon in today's volatile business world.  Privately held, we offer exceptional benefits, competitive salaries, 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, opportunities for personal and professional growth, and much more.

Job description:
POSITION: Lead Network EngineerLOCATION: Redlands, CACONTACT: Mark Ray, #EMAIL_c4313c8c9fb8ecbadc31a1cc84de990d2a96edf534ef194ab80cb1a118f02992#, m. #PHONE_91688bcca59bbc6283d38e4ea846d4735560ab868775ca3de65d2bd94fd1416f# THE COMPANY: ESRI – Environmental Systems Research Institute (#URL_6b9c7dbc8de6a3e168e9c45ac1289630f08cb59eabb68aeaa926cdb16af18c48#)Our passion for improving quality of life through geography is at the heart of everything we do.  Esri’s geographic information system (GIS) technology inspires and enables governments, universities and businesses worldwide to save money, lives and our environment through a deeper understanding of the changing world around them.Carefully managed growth and zero debt give Esri stability that is uncommon in today's volatile business world.  Privately held, we offer exceptional benefits, competitive salaries, 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, opportunities for personal and professional growth, and much more. THE OPPORTUNITY: Lead Network EngineerWork in a large enterprise class environment to support organizations worldwide while leading a team of network administrators. In this role, you’ll continuously build new skills as you work with multiple leading-edge technologies, providing timely and effective support for LAN/WAN and wireless networks, security infrastructure, and ongoing projects. Specifically…Serve as lead on network projects and participate in network infrastructure designConfigure and administer network switches, routers, access control devices, and wireless and monitoring platformsImplement SSL/VPN and network monitoring support requirementsPerform in-depth network services monitoring and troubleshootingEvaluate and deploy new services and functions as neededProvide off-hours support on a rotational basisSupport disaster recovery router and switch IOS managementProcure, manage, and implement WAN diagnostics and debuggingCoordinate vendor operations

Requirements:
THE IDEAL CANDIDATES: REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS/ATTRIBUTESEDUCATION: Bachelor’s in computer science or related fieldEXPERIENCE: 7+ years of network administration experienceIn-depth knowledge of network principles and protocolsAbility to administer layer 2 and layer 3 devices at an advanced levelKnowledge of EIGRP, BGP, firewall, IDS, and IPv6Knowledge of MPLS, AVPN, DMVPN, H.323, SSL, and VPNWireless support utilizing Cisco PrimeAbility to design and implement large network configurations addressing availability, security, and flexibilitySolid troubleshooting skills as well as good communication skillsAbility to design network infrastructure projects from inception to installationAbility to lead a project team and perform functions with minimal directionKnowledge of network monitoring tools like SolarWinds

Benefits:
WHY ESRI?Our culture is anything but corporate—we have a collaborative, creative environment; phone directories organized by first name; a relaxed dress code; and open-door policies.A Place to ThrivePassionate people who strive to make a differenceCasual dress codeFlexible work schedulesSupport for continuing education College-Like CampusA network of buildings amid lush landscaping and numerous outdoor patio areasOn-site café including a Starbucks coffee bar and lounge areaFitness center available 24/7Comprehensive reference library and GIS bibliographyState-of-the-art conference center to host staff and guest speakers Green InitiativesSolar rooftop panels reduce carbon emissionsElectric vehicles provide on-campus transportationHundreds of trees reduce the cost of cooling buildingsIncentives for employees who walk, bike, or carpool to workCalifornia-grown produce available for purchase in Esri Café